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Newspaper

Berkshire Eagle

Location

Pittsfield, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Dec 11, 1963

Page

3

Senate Approves 1.2 Billion College Aid Bill

The Senate approved a 1.2 billion college construction aid measure by a 54 to 27 vote, with supporters calling it a watershed for education in the 1963 session. The plan would fund grants for four year colleges, loans, and junior college aids on a matching basis, prioritizing facilities to meet rising enrollments, and aimed at science, engineering, and language instruction. Strong bipartisan backing followed by 37 Democrats and 17 Republicans.

Washington Senate Johnson Tralls Congress

Committee Ends Tax Bill Hearings

The Senate Finance Committee finished its long public hearings on a 311 billion plan to grant across the board tax cuts for all U.S. taxpayers. Chairman Byrd said executive session would begin to vote on amendments, now totaling 33 with more expected. Federal Reserve Chairman Martin warned deficits and possible interest rate rises if tax cuts fuel inflation but endorsed the bill in general as a stimulus to the economy.

Washington UPI Senate Finance Committee U. S Harry F. Byrd P. Va Federal Reserve Board William McChesney Martin Martin

Strike Threat Grounds GI Travel Against United

Washington expects a December 19 strike by the International Association of Machinists backing pay and benefit raises for about 13,000 United ground crew. Negotiations were renewed at the National Mediation Board as 100,000 service members with Christmas leave had already bought United tickets.

Washington UPI United Air Lines International Association of Machinists SAM National Mediation Board NMB Mediation Board

Wanes: App. 4 Postal Zones for Subscriptions

The notice offers subscription rates showing options of one month two dollars to one year seven dollars ninety with interim changes for postal zones. It instructs readers to report address changes to the local Post Office and The Berkshire Eagle to avoid service interruption. Change of address notices should include both old and new addresses.

Focal Post Office Berkshire Eagle Wells New

Lodge Declines Candidacy Letter for DC Primary

Washington AP Henry Cabot Lodge refuses to write a letter approving use of his name on the District of Columbia presidential preference primary ballot. Lodge, special U.S. ambassador to Vietnam, says he is not a candidate and will not run, though he may consider a draft for the Republican nomination. Eisenhower reportedly urged him to consider, while DC voters gain a presidential vote under a constitutional amendment.

U.S District of Columbia Carl L. Shipley D.C Republican Committee Lodge

Baker Probe Faces Senate Scope Clash Over Inquiry

The Senate Rules Committee fights over how far to go in examining former aide Robert G. Baker. Debate centers on whether to probe employee morals and financial dealings. A closed session Thursday will set procedures and possible public hearings. Baker resigned after broad business activities drew criticism.

Baker Senate Democratic

US Plans Orbiting Laboratory Abandons Dyna-Soar Glider

Washington AP Secretary McNamara orders Air Force to build a manned orbiting laboratory to start in about four years, abandoning the Dyna-Soar glider. MOL will attach to Gemini and launch on Titan II, with first manned flight late 1967 or early 1968. Researchers cite cost savings and military insurance, though the need remains unclear.

Plans Orbiting Laboratory Washington Robert G. McNamara Air Force Today McNamara Air Force Defense Manned Orbiting Laboratory MOL Joheson

Hoffa Opens Negotiations For Nationwide Truck Pact

Chicago features James R. Hoffa launching talks for a national trucking contract with a joint committee from Trucking Employers Inc. The move aims to unify employer fronts and advance Hoffa’s goal amid long held opposition from management and officials wary of national strikes.

Hoffa Chicago UPI Teamsters James R. Hoffa Trucking Employers Inc TEL

Eternal Flame At Kennedy Grave Extinguished Then Relit

Arlington Cemetery officials say the eternal flame over John F. Kennedy's grave was extinguished briefly when holy water spilled from a bottle cap during a school children ceremony. The flame was relit minutes later by cemetery staff.

Washington John F. Kennedy John C. Metzler Arlington National Cemetery

Idlewild Renamed Kennedy Airport in New York

New York City council voted unanimously to rename Idlewild Airport in memory of the late President John F. Kennedy. The measure awaits Mayor Wagner's signature and would make the facility John F. Kennedy International Airport.

New York Idlewild President Kennedy Robert F. Wagner John F. Kennedy Yianal

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